Donga Kunzang Choeling Dratsang
Donga Kunzang Choeling Dratsang is a significant monastic institution located in Bhutan, known for its spiritual contributions and role in preserving Bhutanese Buddhist traditions. The Dratsang serves as a center for religious learning, ritual practices, and community engagement for the surrounding population. Monks residing at the Dratsang engage in intensive study of Buddhist scriptures, conduct important religious ceremonies, and uphold the spiritual heritage of the area.
The Dratsang also plays an essential role during local festivals and religious events, serving as a hub where the community gathers for blessings, teachings, and cultural celebrations. As with many religious institutions in Bhutan, Donga Kunzang Choeling Dratsang contributes to the promotion of Gross National Happiness by fostering moral values, peace, and cultural preservation among the people.
The chorten not only serves religious purposes but also holds historical and cultural value for the community. It is believed to have been built to subdue negative energies and promote harmony in the region. Locals often visit the site to offer butter lamps and circumambulate the stupa, especially during auspicious days. The annual “Monlam Chenmo” prayer ceremony conducted at the chorten is a major spiritual event, attracting lamas and laypeople alike. Surrounded by natural beauty, Monlem Gangtap Chorten continues to be a place of deep devotion and spiritual renewal.
Dratsang Profile (As of 18/10/2022) | |
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Year of Establishment | 1977 |
Ownership | Latruel |
Area as per Thram (acres) | 12.00 |
Gewog | Serzhong |
Chiwog | Serzhong |
No. of Monks/Nuns | 70 |
Type of Institution | Dratsang |
Contact Person | Khenpo Tshetrium |
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